Mustanger looking into a Honda. (no I'm not a troll)

Hey all, I own a '96 Mustang GT, but I'm looking for a "beater" car that gets good gas mileage and that I can drive without worry. I would also like to hop it up a little. I'm kinda thinking about an '89-97 Accord, but a 4 door Civic would be ok too. I personally just think Accords look better and are more "classy" than the Civic. Plus less people have them. I know its hard to squeez much power out of the stock honda motors, but whats the best motor to swap into an Accord? H22A? What is the better car, and which is more fun to drive...Civic or Accord?

Thanks Guys!!